Junior M&E Estimator

Talent Solution Partners; Dartford; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent Solution Partners in Dartford seeks a Junior Estimator to join a well-established building services company. You will develop skills in estimating, tendering and business development on contracts ranging from £10k to £400k.

The role offers structured training and mentoring from senior management, with hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 days at home) and clear progression to Estimator, Senior Estimator or Bid Management.

Qualifications

• Good understanding of mechanical and electrical building services.
• Background or qualification in engineering, construction or building services desirable.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Proactive attitude, willingness to learn and ambition to progress.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate estimates and pricing for M&E and building services contracts.
• Review tender documents, specifications and technical drawings.
• Obtain and compare subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Calculate labour, materials, plant and associated costs.
• Support tender submissions and bid preparation.
• Attend site surveys and liaise with engineers and clients.
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities.

Skills

Mechanical building services

Electrical building services

Excel skills

Numerical ability

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Education

Engineering, construction or building services

Job description

Junior M&E Estimator – £40,000–£45,000

Location: Dartford, Kent

Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 DOE

Hours: Monday to Friday

Working Pattern: Hybrid – 3 Days Office / 2 Days Home

Position: Permanent

The Opportunity

We're looking for an ambitious Junior Estimator to join an established building services company based in Dartford.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a good understanding of mechanical and electrical building services who wants to develop a career in estimating, tendering and business development.

You'll be working on contracts valued between £10k and £400k, receiving structured training and mentoring from experienced senior management.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate estimates and pricing for M&E and building services contracts
• Review tender documents, specifications and technical drawings
• Obtain and compare subcontractor and supplier quotations
• Calculate labour, materials, plant and associated costs
• Support tender submissions and bid preparation
• Attend site surveys and liaise with engineers and clients
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities

What We’re Looking For

• Good understanding of mechanical and electrical building services
• Strong Excel skills and numerical ability
• Background or qualification in engineering, construction or building services desirable
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Full UK driving licence
• Proactive attitude, willingness to learn and ambition to progress

What's on Offer?

• £40,000 – £45,000 salary
• Hybrid working – 3 days office / 2 days home
• Monday to Friday
• Structured estimating training and mentoring
• Exposure to commercial M&E contracts
• Clear progression into Estimator, Senior Estimator or Bid Management roles
• Long-term career development opportunities